Nielsen Dam 429
Key Takeaway
Nielsen Dam 429 is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 10.3% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 510 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 185 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | NE00429 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
PRHS Farms LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Nielsen Dam 429?
Nielsen Dam 429 is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Nielsen Dam 429?
Nielsen Dam 429 is owned by PRHS Farms LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Nielsen Dam 429 built?
Nielsen Dam 429 was completed in 1970, making it 56 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Nielsen Dam 429?
Nielsen Dam 429 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Nielsen Dam 429?
Nielsen Dam 429 has a dam height of 15 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Nielsen Dam 429 last inspected?
Nielsen Dam 429 was last inspected on June 27, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.